Being wrongfully accused is a distressing situation. You or your loved one can face years in prison, wind up with a damaging criminal record, and pay hefty fines for a crime you never committed. Having a criminal justice lawyer on your side can go a long way in helping you enjoy your freedom. 

Key Knowledge

A criminal justice attorney has the knowledge you need to fight a wrongful accusation and not sit in jail waiting for trial. Professional attorneys will explain the process to you, ensuring you know how to get bailed out of jail, the process before trial, and what to expect. They can help you understand key terms, such as the discovery packet. (A discovery packet is the packet the prosecution presents with evidence that you committed a crime.)

Protecting Your Rights

You have rights from the moment you are taken into custody. Many people don’t completely understand their right to remain silent, leading to them accidentally incriminating themselves. A criminal justice attorney will ensure you know your rights and help protect them. They’ll stand by your side throughout questioning to ensure you don’t say things the prosecution can twist to use against you. 

Finding Inconsistencies

A criminal justice lawyer will carefully review every piece of evidence the prosecution presents, finding inconsistencies to help prove your innocence. Your lawyer will question witnesses, exposing those who will be put on the stand to lie. They’ll listen carefully to your story, ensuring your voice is heard. 

A Strong Defense

You need a strong defense to fight a wrongful accusation, and a professional criminal justice lawyer in Bensalem can build one to help you prove your innocence. They can: 

• Use Expert Testimony: A lawyer will contact experts to testify on your behalf, proving your side of the story is true. 
• Challenge Evidence: After reviewing the evidence presented by the prosecution, a lawyer can file motions for specific evidence deemed inadmissible, meaning the prosecution can’t use it against you. 
• Interview Witnesses: The prosecution will have witnesses proving that their side of the story is accurate. A lawyer will interview those witnesses, determine their credibility, and present a team of witnesses that may prove you’ve been wrongfully accused. 

Lawyers use various tactics to ensure a strong defense, making it more likely that a jury will see you have been wrongfully accused. 

Legal Options

Wrongfully accused individuals often suffer as a result of accusations. A false domestic violence accusation can damage your reputation or make you lose your job long before you set foot in a courtroom. Professional lawyers can help you file lawsuits for malicious prosecution or sue the person making accusations for defamation. 

Contact Applebaum & Associates Today! 

Having a professional lawyer by your side means you’ll receive advice and guidance. You’ll have someone fight beside you during the trial, and they won’t back down. Contact us to schedule a consultation today.